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BariAir™ Therapy System

An integrated therapy system for the immobile bariatric patient

The KCI BariAir Therapy System is an integrated therapy system designed to help manage the clinical challenges of immobile bariatric patients. Featuring low air loss therapy, rotation, pulsation and percussion, the BariAir Therapy System is designed to help clinicians manage the complex bariatric patient.

Features/Benefits

The KCI BariAir Therapy System offers features and benefits designed to prevent the complications of immobile bariatric patients in the critical care environment:

  • Low air loss22 surfaces distribute pressure and help to regulate the skin microclimate. Achieving the optimal range of skin temperature and humidity is a vital factor in the prevention and control of pressure ulcers.
  • Continuous Lateral Rotation Therapy (CLRT) offloads pressure by constantly changing pressure points
  • Pulsation23,24,25 mimics the body’s natural movements to improve blood and lymph flow, thereby increasing oxygenation and reducing edema
  • Percussion26,27 helps loosen pulmonary secretions and reduces the need for manual interventions
  • GORE® Medical Fabric helps maintain skin integrity by keeping it cool and dry while serving as an effective barrier to fluid and bacteria
  • Expandable bed width adapts to different patient sizes, resulting in improved comfort, safety and dignified care
  • Cardiac chair positioning facilitates up-in-chair orders, which may enhance pulmonary positioning
  • Battery backup provides two hours of uninterrupted operation during transport and power outages
  • X-ray cassette holder eliminates unnecessary patient transfers

Product Specifications

Mattress

Overall Dimensions : L 203 x W 91cm

Bed width

Minimum: 102cm
Maximum: 152cm

 

Bed length

Overall: 226cm
Patient Surface: 203cm
Patient Surface Extended: 238cm

 

Weight

Maximum recommended patient weight: 386 kg
Net product weight: 536 kg
Product weight (including built-in noise reduction kit): 550 kg

 

Articulation

Fowler: 65°
Leg drop: 72°
Trendelenburg: 14° +/- 2°
Reverse Trendelenburg: 14° +/- 2°

 

Cardiac Chair

Head: 25°
Foot: 30°
Trendelenburg: 14°

 

Patient Exit

Head 60° +/-10°
Foot 70° +/-10°
Reverse Trendelenburg 14° +/-2°

 

Electrical

Voltage: 230V AC
Maximum electrical leakage: <100 Microamps
Amps: 6 Amps
Frequency: 50Hz

 

Classification

Equipment not suitable for use in the presence of a flammable anesthetic mixture with air, oxygen or nitrous oxide

 

Warranty

One Year
 

Specifications are subject to change without notice.
 

Product Usage

Indications

  • Large patients up to 386 kg
  • Patients whose body weight and size pose a significant risk or care management issue to the patient or staff during the performance of routine nursing care
  • Large patient who is difficult to turn
  • Patients at risk of developing pressure ulcers
  • Patients with pressure ulcers
  • Large patients requiring percussion therapy
  • Edema management
  • patient requiring pain management

Contraindications

  • Unstable cervical, thoracic and/or lumbar fracture
  • Cervical and skeletal traction
  • Total weight in excess of 386 kg. (including accessories)

Product Literature

View and download the BariAir™ Therapy System

Prior to use, please consult product labeling and instructions for informstion on risks, precautions, warnings and detailed operating instructions.

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